Arthroscopy Techniques (Oct 2024)

An Innovative, Cost-Effective, and Flexible Traction Alternative for Shoulder Arthroscopy in Lateral Decubitus Position

  • Wenbin Luo, M.D.,
  • Ao Wang, M.D.,
  • Yahui Li, M.B.B.S.,
  • Zhiyao Zhao, M.D.,
  • Fangzheng Zhou, M.D.,
  • Ye Zhang, M.B.B.S.,
  • Xiaoning Liu, M.D.

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 13, no. 10
p. 103088

Abstract

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During shoulder arthroscopic surgery in the lateral decubitus position, effective and stable continuous traction is a basic requirement for the smooth progression of the surgery. Herein, we describe a safe, reliable, and cost-effective lateral decubitus traction assembly.